Nutty Carrot Cumin Soup

Warm up your soul with this Nutty Carrot Cumin Soup, a velvety and aromatic blend of sweet carrots, earthy cumin, and creamy toasted almonds. This vibrant soup brings together wholesome ingredients and comforting spices to create a dish that’s both hearty and easy to prepare. Made with nutrient-packed carrots simmered in fragrant vegetable stock and finished with a garnish of yogurt, cilantro, and crunchy almonds, this recipe offers an irresistible fusion of flavors and textures. Perfect for a cozy dinner or as an elegant starter, this recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and serves four. Indulge in a bowl of this healthy, savory soup while reaping the benefits of its plant-based ingredients and warm, nutty undertones.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 800 milliliters vegetable stock
• 50 grams almonds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the carrots into small chunks. Finely dice the onion and garlic.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the garlic and ground cumin to the pot. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped carrots and toss them in the spiced onion and garlic mixture for about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour the vegetable stock into the pot and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the carrots are tender.

Step 6

While the soup is simmering, toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Once the carrots are cooked, remove the pot from the heat and allow the soup to cool for 5 minutes. Then, use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender to puree until smooth.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste, then return it to low heat to warm through.

Step 9

Divide the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a drizzle of plain yogurt, a sprinkle of toasted almonds, and fresh cilantro. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1604.6 grams (1604.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1194

Total Fat 63.40g	81%
Saturated Fat 8.30g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 4mg	1%
Sodium 4656mg	202%
Total Carbohydrate 130.90g	48%
Dietary Fiber 33.40g	119%
Total Sugars 48.70g
Protein 35.40g	71%

Vitamin D 29IU	144%
Calcium 617mg	47%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 3573mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 42.4%